"China is frequently in the news today. It may be presented as an exotic place to travel-or as an economic opponent on the world stage. But few really understand China's history and how its discoveries and inventions have shaped our world. Did you drink tea, use a fork, or read a newspaper this morning? You can thank the Chinese! . . . Readers . . . [will] uncover the many inventions and discoveries of the ancient Chinese"--Provided by publisher.
the year a magnificent Chinese fleet sailed to Italy and ignited the Renaissance
Menzies, Gavin
2008
Explores the resurgence of classical Greek and Roman ideas and ideals sparked primarily by Chinese discoveries and inventions from the fifteenth century.
Describes many things, both familiar and unfamiliar, that originally came from China, including inventions, food, tools, animals, toys, games, musical instruments, fashion, medicine, holidays, and sports.
